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In this special, personal episode, we continue our conversation about history with a special guest and a special project in which Jonathan's father recently rediscovered the story of Kurt Klein and Gerda Weissmann-Klein: two Jews who left Germany during and after World War II, ma … | Continue reading
In today's issue of Squirrel News, we delve into Nigeria's pioneering efforts in combatting meningitis, how the deployment of new mosquito nets has been credited with preventing 13 million cases of malaria, and how California's energy grid has set a record 30-day streak meeting o … | Continue reading
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We're kicking off the week at Squirrel News talking about the decrease in natural disaster fatalities worldwide over the past century, the US taking steps to close the 'gun show loophole' that allows firearms sales without background checks, and how India's 'right to life' legisl … | Continue reading
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Today at Squirrel News, we're talking about the cycling revolution in Paris, a unique initiative in Connecticut helping parents and caregivers manage the rising cost of childcare, and a green energy milestone in Texas as solar power outperforms coal for the first time ever. | Continue reading
In today's edition of Squirrel News, we delve into a groundbreaking animal rights declaration spearheaded by Indigenous Pacific leaders, a monumental initiative aiming to reclaim over eight million hectares of land throughout the Mediterranean, and promising advancements in demen … | Continue reading
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It's the start of a new month, which means it's our pleasure to present a roundup of our editors' top picks in the realm of solutions journalism from March! From France's groundbreaking legislation reining in the fast fashion frenzy to Tennessee's pioneering law safeguarding arti … | Continue reading
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In today's edition of Squirrel News, we highlight a new EPA rule that promises cleaner air and a quicker transition to electric vehicles, the doubling number of Brazilian cities served in a successful programme fighting dengue fever, open-ended stipends that are keeping renters i … | Continue reading
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In today's edition of Squirrel News, we delve into the European Union's endorsement of legislation aimed at safeguarding human rights within supply chains, a new way for US states to cover expensive gene therapies for those with low incomes, and the Indigenous women retelling the … | Continue reading
In the latest issue of Squirrel News, discover how France is pioneering world-first laws to tackle fast fashion's effects, MEPs are endorsing pioneering AI regulations, and a UK study is unveiling a drop in middle-aged cancer fatalities. | Continue reading
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In the latest Squirrel News update, we're kicking off Monday with a mammoth sand battery set to reduce a Finnish town's carbon emissions by nearly 70%, the historic debut of bald eagles nesting in Toronto, and the urban food forest project bringing healthy food to public parks. | Continue reading
In our latest update before the weekend, we delve into the transformative efforts of an initiative breathing new life into a Panamanian prison, explore new pledges contributing to the decarbonisation of the EU, and spotlight farmers who are making the shift away from conventional … | Continue reading
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As we kick off a new month, it's time to delve into our February recap! From landmark environmental protection laws making strides in Europe to the establishment of an LGBT-friendly mosque in Marseille, we're moving into March with a lot to celebrate. | Continue reading
In the last Squirrel News update ahead of the weekend, we delve into Spain's recent decision to prohibit short-haul domestic flights, the French Senate's move to constitutionally safeguard women's right to abortion, and Finland's achievement in cutting its suicide rate by half. | Continue reading
Today on Squirrel News, the EU now treats severe environmental damage as a crime, adopts a groundbreaking ecosystem restoration law, and a New Zealand firm unveils woodchip-powered EV battery technology. | Continue reading
In today's issue of Squirrel News, we delve into the eco-friendly transformations happening as a growing number of urban areas opt for greenery over concrete, explore the advancements of robot exoskeletons, and celebrate the dismantling of anti-union legislation in Michigan. | Continue reading
In the latest Squirrel News update, we delve into the impactful strides of a nonprofit removing 2 million pounds of ocean-bound waste, Connecticut's groundbreaking commitment to erasing medical debt, and the transformative journey of soccer in El Salvador. | Continue reading
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Today's Squirrel News highlights include a new scheme helping Denverites stay active and earn cash by embracing sustainable commuting options, prescription meal kits designed to fight diabetes, and a conservation win with zero elephant poaching recorded in a Republic of Congo Nat … | Continue reading
In the latest update from Squirrel News: a Marseille mosque embraces the queer community, Australia's Senate approves 'right to disconnect' law, and Greece makes history as the first Orthodox Christian nation to legalise same-sex marriage. | Continue reading
Ludovic-Mohamed Zahed lives as an openly homosexual imam in France. His religion has long been the subject of heated debate here, especially after the Islamist-motivated terrorist attacks on the editorial offices of Charlie Hebdo and the concert at the Bataclan in 2015. During hi … | Continue reading
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In this episode, Ed and Jonathan, a Jew in LA and Jonathan a German in Berlin, reflect on current political events and their personal relation and experience with it: The rise of the far-right AfD in Germany, mass protests against it, and how Germany deals with the past in genera … | Continue reading
In today's edition of Squirrel News, we cover the remarkable achievement of sustainability-centric search engine Ecosia in planting 200 million trees, Ireland's launch of bottle return scheme set to reduce plastic pollution, and the exciting debut of Brazil's first-ever all-women … | Continue reading
In the latest update from Squirrel News, we explore the 32% increase in female participation in higher education in India over the last ten years, the Biden Administration's reinforced measures targeting harmful air pollutants, and celebrate a successful conservation endeavor tha … | Continue reading
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It's the start of a new month - which means it's time for our January roundup! In today's edition, we'll take a look back at some of our editors' favourite articles from the past month - from world-firsts to tried-and-tested solutions, there's a wealth of positivity to celebrate … | Continue reading
In this installment of Squirrel News, we delve into Germany's trial of a four-day workweek, the tireless efforts of the guardians preserving the Amazon rainforest, and the bike company giving the formerly incarcerated a second chance. | Continue reading
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In the latest update from Squirrel News, we highlight the launch of the largest solar-plus-storage project in the United States, discuss the upcoming prohibition of disposable vapes in the UK, and shed light on the growing trend of intergenerational tutoring spreading across US s … | Continue reading
In this latest update from Squirrel News, we delve into the remarkable acceleration of global renewable energy expansion, the significant impact of bans in preventing billions of plastic bags from entering circulation, and a recent study underscoring the overwhelming success of t … | Continue reading
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Today on Squirrel News, we delve into Canada granting the mineral-rich Arctic region of Nunavut control over its valuable resources, Cameroon's groundbreaking initiative: the world's first malaria vaccine programme for children, while environmental activists celebrate a victory i … | Continue reading
Today at Squirrel News, we highlight the positive shift in public health as the global tobacco industry experiences a decline, tougher anti-money laundering rules for cryptoassets and dealers in luxury goods in the EU, and Colombia’s unlikely beer company with a message of peace. | Continue reading
Today at Squirrel News, we delve into a exciting cancer drug offering a less-invasive approach to treatment compared to traditional chemotherapy, the rural entrepreneurs in India making safe drinking water accessible at an affordable price, and a pioneering violence prevention st … | Continue reading
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